Oswego, New York vs. Fairfax, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfax, South Carolina is 7.9% cheaper than Oswego, New York.

You would need a salary of $46,049 in Fairfax, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Oswego, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfax, South Carolina is cheaper than Oswego, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Fairfax
than in Oswego, New York
Oswego, NY vs. Fairfax, SC
Compared to Oswego, Fairfax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  6.6% higher
  Health
  18.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% lower